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Earn an interdisciplinary, applied master’s degree that can jumpstart your career. All Fellows receive a 100% tuition waiver. Learn more!
Diversity
The Stevenson Center is committed to increasing diversity in our programs. Candidates who can contribute to the university’s climate of diversity and inclusivity are especially welcomed and encouraged to apply.
Financial Support
Looking for a way to pursue your life’s passion without incurring a lifetime of student loan debt? Students receive a 100% tuition waiver, graduate assistantship with stipend, and paid field experience. (Courtney Johnson, '17)
Interdisciplinary Curriculum
The Applied Community and Economic Development Sequence brings together students and faculty from five disciplines for deeper understanding of the theory and practice of development. To hear from current students across programs, check out this student project! (Veronica Aboyer, '06)
Job Opportunities
Stevenson Center graduates pursue careers in the U.S. and abroad with organizations like the American Red Cross, Action Against Hunger, NeighborWorks America, and many more. (Katie Saunders ‘13 and Ambuj Neupane ’13, both with the US Environmental Protection Agency)
Students complete applied research projects with partner organizations.
The Stevenson Center is dedicated to service.
From Illinois State to Peoria: Small distance, big impact
The Stevenson Center's long-established graduate programs are different from more conventional master's degrees through a balanced approach to education in community and economic development. Read more
Coming together: My Peace Corps story
I would never trade my experience in the Peace Corps for anything, and yet that does not mean the journey was easy. Read more